Mobility in Genk
BUS, BIKE AND TRAIN MOBILITY IN GENK
In Belgium, you can easily get around using public transport. The bus and train are reliable and affordable ways to travel to work, school, or other destinations.
Do you want to travel by bus, train, or bike in Genk or beyond?
Find all the info at genk.be/publictransport!
- Bus│De Lijn: Check delijn.be for routes, schedules, subscriptions, and tickets.
- Train│NMBS: Traveling by train? Find information about Genk station, departure times, and tickets at belgiantrain.be.
- Hoppin points: Here you can easily transfer between bike, car, or bus. More info: genk.be/hoppinpunten.
- Bike: Want to cycle in Genk? Check routes and info about shared bikes at genk.be/walking-and-cycling.
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BUYING AND MAINTAINING Bicycle points in Genk
Do you want to buy, test, or maintain a new bike? There are many options in Genk, from trying out different models to maintenance services and purchasing advice.
There are 2 bicycle points in Genk:
At Fietspunt Genk you can have minor repairs done, rent a bike (from Fietsparadijs Limburg), buy a second-hand bike, and park your bike securely.
Address: Europalaan 45, 3600 GenkAt Fietspunt Portavida you can have minor repairs done and buy second-hand bikes.
Address: Welzijnscampus 11, 3600 Genk
Rent a bike
Don't have your own bike? No problem! In Genk, you can easily rent or share a bike. If you want to borrow a bike, you can use the Bike Library, Bluebike, Hoppy (electric bikes), or a tourist bike.
Bike Library
For a small monthly fee, you get a bike or e-bike so you can easily commute to work. This way, you are not dependent on others and experience the freedom a bike gives you. You pay a small amount per month, which depends on the type of bike and bike accessories you want. You enjoy this discounted rate for a year. This gives you the chance to save up for your own bike.
Blue-bike
Blue-bikes are shared bikes that you can rent. In Genk, the Blue-bikes are located at the secured bike parking at the station. After use, you return the bike to the starting location. To use the Blue-bikes, you must first become a member. You can register online. Your Blue bike card, to be able to use the bikes, will be sent as soon as your first payment is received.
Bus & train
From Genk, you can travel by bus directly to other cities, villages, and industrial areas. The buses are organized by De Lijn, the Flemish public transport company. Visit delijn.be to purchase tickets or a subscription.
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Genk also ensures that bus travel remains affordable.
For many years, the city has helped its residents with a special arrangement: the third-party payment system. In this system, the City of Genk pays a large part of the De Lijn bus tickets. This way, residents have to pay less themselves, making the bus accessible for everyone.
That’s why several advantageous fares are available:
10-ride card for only 10 euros.
25% discount on a Buzzy Pazz (residents from 6 to 24 years old).
25% discount on the Omnipas (residents from 25 to 64 years old).
Free 10-ride card for new residents.
(Twice a year on Welcome Day for new residents)
Train
Genk is easily accessible by train via the two train stations in Genk, namely Genk-central and Bokrijk station. From both stations, you can take a direct train to, among others, Kiewit, Hasselt, Alken, Sint-Truiden, Landen, Tienen, Leuven, Brussels, Ghent, Aalter, Bruges, and Blankenberge.
There is at least one train every hour. Taking the train to work is also financially beneficial. Your employer is legally required to pay part of your subscription. There are national and international trains, usually with a transfer in Hasselt.
OWN CAR FROM ABROAD? READ THIS CAREFULLY. Register car
Do you live in Genk? Do you have your own car brought from your home country? Then you must register it within 6 months after your registration in the municipality.
Follow the steps below:
Declare your vehicle to the Belgian customs
Fill in the electronic form e705. Or visit a customs office of your choice.Have your vehicle inspected at a recognized inspection center
Make an appointment at a recognized inspection centerTake out car insurance
Contact an insurance company of your choice to take out a policy.Register the car with the Vehicle Registration Service (DIV)
Register the technical details in advance. The details come from your registration certificate.
More information can be found on the FPS Finance website > importing a vehicle.